Tips for the washbasin in your guest bathroom How small can your washbasin be?
Space-saving washbasin for the guest bathroom: stylish, functional & compact
Almost always small – but just as refined? Space is often at a premium in both guest WCs and guest bathrooms. That makes a well-thought-out layout and a strong design concept all the more important.
It’s not unusual for a guest WC to be about as wide as the door through which you enter it. The right washbasin can perfectly combine function and aesthetics, especially in narrow rooms where every centimetre counts.
But how small can a handrinse basin actually be? And what should you look out for when making your choice? This article provides practical tips and inspiration for choosing the perfect washbasin for your guest WC.
Handrinse basins and washbasins for small bathrooms
In small bathrooms or in a narrow guest bathroom, clever utilisation of space is crucial – especially when it comes to choosing handrinse basins and washbasins. A standard-sized washbasin usually has a projection (depth) of 55 centimetres, while a handrinse basin is normally 45 centimetres deep. For confined spaces, that's often already too large.
This is where compact ceramics come into play: Modern mini washbasins with a projection of just 20 to 25 centimetres create functional washbasin areas without crowding the room.
The following space-saving models from the Geberit bathroom series are particularly popular: Xeno², Acanto, iCon, Smyle and Renova Compact, all of which perfectly combine design and function. Anyone looking for a suitable small washbasin for a guest WC will quickly find what they are looking for in this category.
Plan your new washbasin for your guest bathroom with the 3D bathroom planner
The interplay between washbasin ceramic appliances and furniture is crucial in the bathroom – especially when space is limited. In small rooms, it is worth considering the washbasin in the context of the entire interior. The 3D bathroom planner from Geberit offers helpful support: The online tool can be used to plan large and small bathrooms to scale and with a variety of details.
First draw the exact floor plan in the online tool, then place the washbasin and bathroom furniture and select the tiles. The planner contains a wide selection of Geberit products – from washbasin cabinets to lay-on washbasins – in the available sizes. The 3D model quickly shows which space-saving solution fits perfectly into the room while optimising the available storage space.
Clever designs & shapes for the guest bathroom Handrinse basin from Geberit
Washbasins are not only available in a range of sizes, but also in a variety of timeless designs. Whether square, oval or round, with vertical or horizontal drains – there’s a model to suit every type of room.
Small handrinse basins with a space-saving drain are particularly practical where space is limited. They can be ideally combined with a narrow cabinet or a washtop.
Make sure you have the right basin shape. A small washbasin often means smaller shelf surfaces – so the shape can be crucial. A well thought-out design, such as an asymmetrical basin shape with a tap positioned to the side, allows the ceramic appliance to be utilised to optimum effect. This leaves space for the most important utensils for everyday life, despite the compact size.
Small washbasins with cabinet
In small bathrooms or guest WCs, every centimetre counts – which makes handrinse basins with cabinets all the more practical, as they combine functionality and organisation in a small space. A particularly large amount of storage space can be gained by using a space-saving trap or by building the drain elegantly into the wall as with the Geberit ONE bathroom series. This eliminates the need for a recess in the drawers, creating more storage space in the cabinet.
Tip: Clever organisation systems provide structure and easier access to everyday bathroom utensils. A well-planned washbasin cabinet can noticeably increase convenience in the guest bathroom, with well thought-out interior subdivisions, quiet pull-outs and optionally integrated storage space solutions. Add spacious mirror cabinets to create a tidy, modern look – even in the smallest bathroom.
Compact washbasin sets
Geberit has perfectly fitted cabinets with plenty of storage space for narrow and particularly small washbasins with reduced depth or with shelf surfaces on the side.
Beautiful sets are available in the versatile and modular Geberit iCon bathroom furniture range, or Geberit ONE, the bathroom series popular for its functional design.
To maintain freedom of movement in the washbasin area, themirror cabinet – including an integrated lighting concept – can be mounted surface-even in the wall. Inside, the cabinet offers space for many bathroom utensils.
Corner handrinse basin in guest WC
Special corner solutions enable the use of small washbasins in guest WCs with challenging floor plans.
Corner handrinse basins make optimum use of the available space and and maintain freedom of movement in small bathrooms. Thanks to their compact design, they fit harmoniously into small bathrooms and combine functionality and attractive design.
At Geberit, the iCon and Renova Compact bathroom series offer stylish corner handrinse basins.
Functionality is important: basin depth & overflow protection
Even with small handrinse basins, there must be enough space for hands to be positioned under the water completely, so do not underestimate the importance of basin depth.
Tip: Try out your favourite models in a showroom. As part of a “dry run”, you can try out how washing your hands feels.
If the tap is accidentally left open, an overflow ensures that no water spills over the edge of the basin. Alternatively, a non-closable drain hole offers protection from damage to furniture and floors. Overflow protection is particularly useful for small washbasins. This is why Geberit handrinse basins are designed to prevent overflow.
Space-saving taps in the guest bathroom
Space can also be saved with taps, by using wall-mounted models, for example. It makes sense to think about the tap and handrinse basin together.
If you pay attention to where the water jet hits the ceramic appliance, you can avoid unintentional water splashes. Specially shortened models are ideal for compact guest WCs and small bathrooms.
Frequently asked questions about small washbasins in the guest WC
How much space should you plan for the WC and washbasin in the guest bathroom?
A functional guest bathroom should be at least 120 cm long and 80 cm wide. However, 150 × 120 cm are ideal dimensions for comfortable use of the WC and handrinse basin.
Can you easily replace any washbasin in a guest WC?
How big does a handrinse basin need to be?
What taps are available for the Geberit handrinse washbasins for guest bathrooms?
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